Points of Interest

Get an overview of this hotelMediterranean-style luxury resort on Arabian Sea

Along the beach

Taj Exotica lies on a 700-meter stretch of Benaulim Beach. This 5-star resort is 3.7 km (2.3 mi) south of Colva Beach, a 7.5-km (4.6 mi) drive to the city of Margao, and 2 hours from Dudhsagar Falls.

Tennis and golf

Taj Exotica sprawls over 56 acres of gardens and has its own 9-hole golf course and putting green. Guests can enjoy cricket lawns, outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa.

Variety of views

All luxurious rooms, villas, and suites include balconies or verandas overlooking the sea, gardens, or pool area. Bathrobes, designer toiletries, a pillow menu, free WiFi and wired Internet access, and turndown service are provided.

Taj Exotica

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

Taj Exotica rests on 56 acres of tropical gardens and is just steps to the private, white sand Benaulim Beach. Guests can play cricket on the lawns, golf on the 9-hole course, or swim in the outdoor pool with poolside bar and waterslide. The in-house Jiva Spa provides relaxing treatments indoors or in private beachside pavilions.

Dining options at Taj Exotica include 6 onsite restaurants with a wide range of cuisines, including authentic Goan and Mediterranean. Palm Groves, a private part of the beach, can be reserved for group dining. Overlooking the sea, the plush lounge bar Adega Camoens offers spirits and cigars. A breakfast buffet is served daily for a surcharge, and 24-hour room service is available.

The resort has a grand ballroom and business center, and wireless Internet is complimentary. Onsite parking is complimentary.

This property also offers babysitting and a children's club for the young ones (surcharge).

Nearby Things to Do

Taj Exotica’s grounds include lawns for cricket and archery, a 9-hole golf course with putting green, 2 outdoor tennis courts, and an outdoor pool with waterslide. Guests can also enjoy the fitness facilities, steam room, and spa tub. For children, there is an activity center with sand pit, crafts, and a computer zone, as well as a children’s pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Spa Services

The full-service Jiva Spa, Adega, has garden and ocean views and 9 spa treatment rooms, including rooms for individual and couples treatments. Guests can also receive spa services in private beachside spa pavilions. Adega offers a variety of massages, body treatments, and beauty services, including their signature holistic treatments inspired by Indian culture and spirituality. The spa provides separate facilities for men and women. Reservations are required for spa treatments and massages.

Number of treatment rooms 9

Manicures and pedicures

Body wraps

Body scrubs

Aromatherapy treatments

Ayurvedic treatments

Minimum age to access spa is 18

Body treatments

Facial treatments

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age is 18

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Special check-in instructions:

Airport shuttle service is available on request. Contact the property in advance to make arrangements.

To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; Permanent Account Number (PAN) cards will not be accepted due to national regulations. Guests who are foreign nationals must present a valid passport and visa.

Indian citizens must show a PAN card at check-out for cash transactions exceeding INR 25000.

Check-out

Check-out time is noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2500.00 per night.

Cribs (infant beds) are available for INR 2000 per night.

Pets

Pets not allowed

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

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We should mention

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Promotions

Free Airport Shuttle

Book a minimum 2-night stay in any room or rate category and receive a free airport shuttle.

Must book a minimum 2-night stay to receive benefits. Full details at check-in. Offer subject to availability. Offer is not valid with groups/conventions and may not be combined with other promotional offers. Other restrictions and blackout dates may apply.